Klarinet Archive - Posting 000724.txt from 1998/06

From: "Jason Hsien" <jasonavhs@-----.com>
Subj: [kl] Good "aging" reeds
Date: Mon, 22 Jun 1998 03:35:39 -0400

With all the talk about aging reeds/reed brands, I was wondering...

What brands of preprepared reeds do many of you set aside for aging? I
personally do not entirely understand how aging a reed can improve it, but
then again, I don't really understand how old grape juice can turn into fine
wine either.

I currently have a box of Vandoren Tenor Sax reeds that have been sitting on
my shelf for about 7 mos. (not purposely, was experimenting with a couple
other brands to absolutely no satisfaction ... cough cough LaVoz... cough...
Superial... cough... <g>. No offense to those who like 'em. they just didn't
cut it for me, but that's not to say they aren't good reeds!)

Should I forget the aging and start playing them, or should I let them sit
for a while? I don't really care either way, since I don't have a desperate
need for Tenor Sax reeds at them moment. (Finishing off my two last LaVoz's
until my Fiberreed arrives.) Should I try this with another brand? (I go
through reeds slower than most people. Usually a box of 5 can last 2-3 mos.)

Any input would be helpful. Thanks! :-)

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